Your stay — Ban Champoo
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ban Champoo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
To get the best experience at Ban Champoo, request a room on the highest floor (3rd floor) to minimize street noise from the busy roads of Samut Songkhram. As the hotel has a limited number of floors, the top floor is likely to be the quietest.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevators) on all floors, as the sound of the lift doors opening and closing can be loud and frequent, especially on lower floors.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address of Ban Champoo in Samut Songkhram does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area. However, rooms on the 3rd floor may offer a slightly elevated view of the surrounding rooftops.
Quietest floors
The 3rd floor is likely the quietest, given its higher elevation and distance from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on the lower floors, due to the hotel's location on a busy road in Samut Songkhram.
Insider tips
Request a room with a window to get some natural light and a glimpse of the outside world. If you're arriving by car, note that parking may be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ban Champoo
Free with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Serves all floors, no historic sections with stairs-only access
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on the lobby's tablet; Thai-language physical papers available upon request
14:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00 (1,500 THB fee)
Available at the front desk (50 THB per piece, per day)
Step-free access, wheelchair ramp at the main entrance, but no wheelchair-accessible rooms
On-site parking (100 THB per night), nearest public car park 5-minute walk away (50 THB per night); no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 20 THB per person per night (MANDATORY)
Deposit & card hold: 1,000 THB advance deposit, 2,000 THB incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: โรงเจซำเป้าเก็งเต็ง และศาลเจ้าเง็กเซ็ง (142 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดพระยาญาติ หรือวัดปากง่าม (174 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดอัมพวันเจติยาราม (751 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดเกษมสรณาราม (วัดบางจาก) (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
บ้านแม่หนู อัมพวา — 265 m · ~3 min walk
อุทยานพระบรมราชานุสรณ์ พระบาทสมเด็จพระพุทธเลิศหล้านภาลัย — 982 m · ~12 min walk
Ancient tamarind tree — 64 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ธนาคารกรุงเทพ — 458 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
You can exchange currency at banks, money changers, or at the airport, but rates may be poor. Consider using an ATM for a better rate.
Major credit cards and contactless payments are widely accepted in tourist areas, but cash is preferred in local markets and some small shops. Mobile payments like Grab Pay and Alipay are also widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 20-50 THB for good service is appreciated. For taxis, round up the fare or leave 20 THB as a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee costs around 20-40 THB from street vendors or local cafes.
Street food stalls and markets offer affordable lunch options for around 100-150 THB per dish.
Local restaurants and street food stalls serve meals for around 150-300 THB per main course.
Try the street food at the local markets, especially the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.
Local markets and 7-Eleven stores are common places to buy groceries.
Affordable clothing can be found at local markets and night markets.
The cheapest way to get around is by songthaew (red trucks) for 20-30 THB per ride. From the airport, take a taxi for around 150-200 THB.
Use local transportation like songthaews, eat at street food stalls, and avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist information centers for better rates.
Good to know — Samut Songkhram
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Emergency Contacts
Samut SongkhramWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Samut Songkhram, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ban Champoo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ธนาคารกรุงเทพ — 458 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Thonburi Railway Station (Bangkok Noi) → Samut Songkhram Railway Station (Maha Chai / Ban Laem line)
💡 The scenic route requires two trains: Bangkok Noi to Maha Chai (1 hr), then a ferry across the river to Ban Laem, then a second train to Samut Songkhram (1 hr). Total is 3–4 hours. It's slow, cheap, and photogenic. From the station, walk 10 mins south to The Grace Deluxe Channel.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → The Grace Deluxe Channel
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi at the official booth outside arrivals (Level 1, Gate 7). Meter taxis from the rank are cheaper but drivers may refuse the long trip; insist on the meter if you try.
Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai, Bangkok) → Samut Songkhram Bus Terminal
💡 Bus 996 or the air-conditioned 997. Red non-AC buses are dirt cheap but slow. From the terminal, catch a motorbike taxi (30–40 THB, 5 mins) to the hotel, as songthaews stop early. Bring small change.
Ekkamai Bus Terminal (BTS Ekkamai) → Samut Songkhram Bus Terminal
💡 Minivans leave from the terminal's outer lane. Get there early; they fill up fast. From the Samut Songkhram terminal, take a shared songthaew (20 THB, 15 mins) to The Grace Deluxe Channel on the riverfront. Tell the driver 'Pak Klong Talad' (the local market area).
About Samut Songkhram
Wikipedia ↗
Samut Songkhram (Thai: สมุทรสงคราม (Pronunciation)) is a city in Central Thailand region, the capital of Samut Songkhram province, a route to the south of Thailand. It is 63 kilometres (39 mi) from Bangkok and has a population of 25,623 people as of 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ban Champoo?
To get the best experience at Ban Champoo, request a room on the highest floor (3rd floor) to minimize street noise from the busy roads of Samut Songkhram. As the hotel has a limited number of floors, the top floor is likely to be the quietest.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ban Champoo?
Avoid rooms near the lift (elevators) on all floors, as the sound of the lift doors opening and closing can be loud and frequent, especially on lower floors.
Is Ban Champoo noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on the lower floors, due to the hotel's location on a busy road in Samut Songkhram.
Which rooms have the best views at Ban Champoo?
Unfortunately, the address of Ban Champoo in Samut Songkhram does not offer any notable views, given its location in a residential area. However, rooms on the 3rd floor may offer a slightly elevated view of the surrounding rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Ban Champoo?
Request a room with a window to get some natural light and a glimpse of the outside world. If you're arriving by car, note that parking may be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot.
What time is check-in at Ban Champoo?
Check-in at Ban Champoo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ban Champoo have Wi-Fi?
Free with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ban Champoo?
20 THB per person per night (MANDATORY)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ban Champoo?
Street food stalls and markets offer affordable lunch options for around 100-150 THB per dish.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ban Champoo?
The cheapest way to get around is by songthaew (red trucks) for 20-30 THB per ride. From the airport, take a taxi for around 150-200 THB.
Top Attractions in Samut Songkhram
💡 Arrive 10 minutes before scheduled train times (roughly 8:30am, 11:10am, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:30pm). Stand at the railway station end for the best view of the canopy collapse effect.
💡 Combine with a short boat ride along the Khlong Khu Yang canal from the main pier; 20 baht per person. The temple is quiet on weekday mornings.
💡 The museum costs 20 baht and has good English labels. Come at sunset to see the river activity and locals exercising.
💡 Go early (7am-8am) to see boats selling fresh produce and homemade coconut sweets. Try the grilled river prawns from land stalls - they're cheap and excellent.
💡 Combine with a bicycle ride along the narrow soi from the main road. The temple is most atmospheric at late afternoon golden hour. Avoid feeding fish midday when the sun is harsh.